Neglect of duty

Wis. Stat. § 778.16
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The treasurer of any town, village or city who neglects or refuses to perform any of the duties required by this chapter shall, upon conviction, be punished by imprisonment in the county jail not less than 3 nor more than 6 months or by fine not less than $50 nor more than $300, or both. The county treasurer shall forthwith bring an action upon the bond of such treasurer, against the treasurer and sureties, for the recovery of any moneys which he or she has neglected or refused to pay over as required by this chapter.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/778.16Fetched: 10/7/2026
Wis. Stat. § 778.16 — Neglect of duty | Wisconsin Statutes (updated through 2025 Wis. Act 247) | Corpus